New Orleans Beignets

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups warm water
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 7 cups flour
• 1/4 cup shortening
• Powdered sugar

Method

1. 1 Bloom yeast in warm water with sugar, then beat in eggs and milk.
2. 2 Mix in flour and shortening until a soft dough forms, then chill overnight.
3. 3 Roll the dough out, cut into squares, and fry at 365F until puffed and golden.
4. 4 Drain briefly and bury in powdered sugar before serving.